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Sestertius - Galba ROMA S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 25.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba) (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#245251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Translation:
Roma, Senatus Consultum
Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Trustees of the British Museum (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Galba coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Galba, who ruled the Roman Empire from 68 to 69 AD. It features an image of Roma, the personification of Rome, on the obverse (front side), and Victory on the reverse (back side). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the victory of Rome over its enemies and the power of the Roman Empire. It's also worth noting that the Sestertius - Galba coin was made of bronze, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. The coin's weight of 25.6 grams is also notable, as it was a standard weight for coins of its denomination. Overall, the Sestertius - Galba coin is an interesting piece of history that provides insight into the Roman Empire's economy, politics, and culture during the 1st century AD.
